The threads of these two components must be wrapped inPTFE plumber’s tape.

double-check the gas valve is in the OFF positionthe valve handle will be perpendicular to the gas line.

Unplug the dryer’s power cord from the wall outlet.

Yellow dryer vent hooked up in tight space

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Once wrapped, attach one end of the gas line to the dryer inlet fitting and hand tighten.

Place the other end of the flexible gas line over the gas supply line and hand tighten it.

Using an adjustable wrench, tighten each connection firmly until snug.

Materials and tools to install a dryer vent in a tight space

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Check for leaks by brushing a soapy water solution onto the gas connections.

If you see any bubbles, the connection is leaking and needs to be tightened.

If you still cannot get a good seal without bubbles, call the gas company or aplumberfor assistance.

Gas line to the dryer inlet fitting tightened with wrench

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Prepare the Offset Dryer Vent

Where space is limited, an adjustable offsetdryer ventis used.

It’s also called aperiscope dryer vent.

(Some models allow a 3-inch clearance from the dryer to the wall.)

Offset distance measured between the dryer discharge vent and wall vent center

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Purchase the appropriate sized offset dryer vent kit.

You should buy the smallest sized kit that will work.

(Do not use standard duct tape, which quickly dries out and fails to seal the joint.)

HVAC aluminum foil tape sealing the open joints affixed to the end of offset box

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Move the dryer into position, sliding the offset dryer vent connection over the dryer’s discharge vent.

Plug the dryer in and turn on the appliance.

Check for proper operation and ensure the exhaust ducts remain connected.

Offset duct box connected to the wall vent duct connection

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Keep the area around the dryer clean and free of clutter.

Offset dryer vent connection clamped over the dryer’s discharge ventband and tightened with screwdriver

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